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2009 Ford Escape and 2008 Honda Pilot Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Honda Pilot | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
3.5L V6 w/DoD OHC-4v 244 hp@5750 240 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 106.3 in | -3.2 in |
| Length | 174.7 in | 188.0 in | -13.3 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 77.5 in | -6.4 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 70.1 in | -2.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3369 lb. | 4264 lb. | -895 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 20.4 gal. | -3.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 41.9 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 61.6 in | -5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 57.5 in | -4.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.4 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 61.4 in | -5.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 56.6 in | -7.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 37.4 in | -1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.6 in | -38.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 59.7 in | -59.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.0 in | -49 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.2 in | -30.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -31.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.2 | 47.6 ft3 | -18.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 87.6 ft3 | -21.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Escape
| 2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
| 2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Honda Pilot
| 2008 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Large leg room. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of room, even in the 3rd row - unlike the highlander see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
It is absolutely the right size for our needs. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
great for the kids and/or parent to hang out together with easy access to compartments and storage see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
all 8 are comfortable. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
3rd row passengers had enough room to sit comfortably. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Pilot had third row seats. The Egde did not not. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Fits my tall kids; reclines and slides forward or back. see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
very comfortable and lumbar adjustment work see full Honda Pilot review |
| 2008 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
no captains chairs like in Odyssey see full Honda Pilot review |
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